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How do you organise your savings? This week Forumites have been discussing the merits of different approaches to saving for specific goals. Read on for more on that – and the rest of the week's MSE Forum highlights. Seen something on the Forum we should include in next week's highlights blog? Let us know in this thread.
What's been going on in the MSE Forum this past week? Let's explore some of the topics that have generated debate and MoneySaving insight. Seen something on the Forum we should include in next week's highlights blog? Let us know in this thread.
Whether it's films, TV, music, books or video games, we live in an age where we can stream or buy our favourite media digitally. For many of us it's certainly convenient - we can access content wherever we are with just a few taps or clicks...unless the wifi goes down, or the platform decides to remove something from their…
Hiiiii, So I thought it was time I started a new diary as my old one got a bit complicated. A little about me. I’m a mum in my 40’s, my husband works away a lot, I work full time, and I have 2 children a tween and a teen. Along with 2 noisy cats. The last few months have been hard financially, and my work is teetering on…
Hi All, First time poster longtime lurker. A fine was sent by the above company, template was used but turns out time for appeal was missed. Looking at the fine and response it seems the contravention is due to a no return within 2hours policy. this is what I sent: I dispute your 'parking charge', as the keeper of the…
Hello! I have a Lifetime ISA and a somewhat complex use case where I'm not entirely sure whether I can use it. Essentially, my partner has a home of her own that she has been paying the mortgage on for about two years now. We've talked about moving in together, with the option of me buying into the equity when it comes…
Currently with Avanti, and out of contract. Tried to switch but informed that my above tank is non compliant, due to boundaries not being within the required distance. I am considering changing my energy supply to an electric boiler. Can anyone advise if I will need to pay the costs for removing the tank?
I posted an advert on handyman sites (Checkatrade and MyBuilder) seeking someone to carry out pavement work. A trader responded with a competitive quote and promised to start the very next day, which suited me perfectly. He appeared professional and convincing, and I also agreed to give him the patio cleaning job alongside…
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